WILLMAR — Ridgewater College sophomore Tiffani Karbo was named to the NJCAA Division III All-American first team for the second consecutive year.

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Karbo, a Balaton native and 2012 Tracy-Milroy-Balaton graduate, guided Ridgewater College to a runner-up finish in the 2013 NJCAA Division III National Volleyball Tournament. The Warriors finished with a 23-10 record while earning a Region 13A and MCAC Southern Division Championship.

“Tiffani’s accomplishment is well-deserved as she reflects the qualities of an All-American both on and off the court,” said Warriors head coach Joe Sussenguth. “She was instrumental in guiding our offense on a team that had first-year players at each attacking position. Her work ethic, leadership and focus was pivotal for the success our team had this season.”

The second-year setter recorded 1,041 set assists with 47 service aces and 222 digs in 2013. She finished her career with 1,918 set assists, 370 digs, 155 kills while attacking at a .305 efficiency rating and 98 services aces while serving 93 percent.

Karbo is one of five Ridgewater players to be named first-team All-American in consecutive years: Emily Roelike, of Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa; Kelsey Stommes, of Rocori; Molly Hurrle, of Kimball; and Stephanie Tillman, of Sartell.